Molly Beth Griffin Libros

A heartfelt story of changing perspectives, set in the Midwest. Ten Beautiful Things gently explores loss, a new home, and finding beauty wherever you are. Lily and her grandmother search for ten beautiful things as they take a long car ride to Iowa and Lily's new home with Gran. At first, Lily sees nothing beautiful in the April slush and cloudy sky. Soon though, Lily can see beauty in unexpected places, from the smell of spring mud to a cloud shaped like a swan to a dilapidated barn. A furious rainstorm mirrors Lily's anxiety, but as it clears Lily discovers the tenth beautiful thing: Lily and Gran and their love for each other. Ten Beautiful Things leaves the exact cause of Lily's move ambiguous, making it perfect for anyone helping a child navigate change, whether it be the loss of a parent, entering or leaving a foster home, or moving.

Testing week at school is coming, and Stella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider and Bo the Parakeet are stressed out. They know their brains are ready, but they're so nervous anyway, all jitters and tummy aches! Find out how the animal friends calm their nerves in this relatable early-chapter book from the Classroom Critters series.

Stella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider and Bo the Parakeet all love every child at school, so they decide to do something nice for the kids. After all, showing your love to your friends can feel really good. Unfortunately, none of their ideas seem to work out.

Stella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider and Bo the Parakeet each love different subjects and different activities, so every part of the school day has something special to offer each curious creature. Thankfully the animal friends all live at the school together.

During the summer of 1926 in the lake resort town of Excelsior, Minnesota, sixteen-year-old Garnet, who dreams of indulging her passion for ornithology, is resigned to marrying a nice boy and settling into middle-class homemaking until she takes a liberating job in a hat shop and begins an intense, secret relationship with a daring and beautiful flapper.

Unnoticed by humans, Stella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider, and Bo the Parakeet compete, in their own special ways, during the school's Field Day.

Stella the Mouse, Delilah the Spider, and Bo the Parakeet try to cheer up Nico the Toad by agreeing to join him on a school field trip to the art museum.

Molly Beth Griffin's poetry collection captures the profound beauty in everyday experiences, blending personal and societal themes. With a focus on hope and connection, she explores intimate moments of parenting alongside pressing political issues. The poems reflect a deep reverence for life, weaving together internal and external struggles while honoring the bonds between people, creatures, and nature. This work invites readers to appreciate the weight of both personal narratives and broader societal challenges.

The story centers around a girl's determination to create the ultimate leaf pile for jumping. Despite her efforts, she realizes she can't achieve her dream alone and enlists the help of neighborhood children. Together, they gather a variety of beautiful leaves from different trees, showcasing the diversity of their community. Their collective effort not only results in a spectacular leaf pile but also fosters friendship and teamwork among the kids. The narrative celebrates collaboration and the joy of shared experiences.

Nico the Toad's persistent grumpiness worries his friends Stella the Mouse, Delilah the Spider, and Bo the Parakeet. They plan a school trip to the art museum, hoping it will lift his spirits. As they embark on this new adventure, the story highlights themes of friendship and the challenges of stepping outside their comfort zone. This early chapter book from the Classroom Critters series explores the dynamics of their friendship and the excitement of new experiences.